Monday, January 26, 2015

I'm sorry that I have been so quiet these past two weeks. Since the passing of a near and dear family member, there has been a lot going on with arrangements and helping in other ways. It can be a tiring and emotional time for family members.

But I am here today to announce the winner of my Sock Hop Blog Hop. Thank you to each one who visited during the blog hop. It was fun seeing the different patterns made up in the beautiful Island Batik fabrics. The random generator picked Peggy. She has an amazing blog called World of Charity Stitching, and I would ask that you stop by and pay her a visit.

The blog consists of an online group who enjoy making and distributing to those in need. And it appears to be worldwide.

Monday, January 12, 2015

A man I've known for over 40 years has gone home to be with the Lord on Friday morning. My dear father in law, 95 years young, left the shackles of this life and is no longer in pain or sorrow. He deeply missed his wife of almost 70 years when she passed away 3 years ago. It was so sad to see him mourn the love of his life. He was a kind, gentle, quiet man, who loved his family and his country. He served in World War 2, and worked hard to provide for his wife and 5 children. He enjoyed fishing and bowling, and bowled every Thursday until a stroke brought him down in late October.

He will be missed by his children, 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. But we have the blessed assurance that one day we will all be reunited together in heaven.

Sunday, January 11, 2015

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Join me for a Sock Hop Blog Hop this month! Bloggers and Island Batik Ambassadors will be showcasing fabulous new fabrics (coming soon to your favorite local quilt shop!) in classic blocks used in a variety of projects. It will be a feast for the eyes, that is for sure!

Join us on January 12, 2015 to get started! The first stop will be Island Batik!

Sunday, January 4, 2015

Friday, January 2, 2015

This is the fourth book I've read written by Elizabeth Camden, and every book I've read written by her seems to get better. Ms Camden is a most intriguing author. She has certainly done her research and has the ability to transcribes it into a compelling novel. I found this book most interesting in the two main characters who are so diversely different. Yet their differences seem to pull them together. I was drawn in by the powerful congressman and the shy librarian and their budding romance. Anna did not allow the hotheaded congressman, Luke, quelch her drive in discovering the mystery of the lost ship.

A most fascinating read. One I could not put down. If you would like to start your year off reading a good book, I would highly recommend Beyond All Dreams. Ms. Camden has once again written a winner.

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